Virat Kohli produced yet another masterclass on Wednesday, bringing up his 53rd ODI century with 102 runs off juat 92 balls, an innings studded with 7 fours and 2 sixes.

Returning to home soil after months, he once again reminded India why he remains the most dependable presence in the top order.

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Kohli’s paused to celebrate the significance of the moment while the Raipur crowd erupted, grateful to witness a milestone they had waited to see from him on Indian soil.

His 84th international century in the game has helped him move up to fourth place in the ICC ODI batting rankings, with just 32 rating points behind the top-ranked, Rohit Sharma.

This century arrives at a time when conversations around team dynamics, preparation, and the role of senior players have intensified.

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